Medical Director

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a strong, experienced medical leader to drive medical strategy and leadership across the GCC, with a focus on Saudi Arabia. This role requires a highly competent, collaborative professional who can manage a high-performing team, engage with key opinion leaders, and deliver impactful medical and scientific initiatives across multiple therapeutic areas.

• Lead and develop the GCC Medical Affairs team, ensuring high performance and alignment with regional and global strategies.
• Define and implement medical strategies across endocrinology, nephrology, hematology/haem-oncology, and rare disease areas.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with physicians, key opinion leaders, and relevant stakeholders; existing networks in bone disorders are highly advantageous.
• Support data generation, early patient identification, and the development of scientific evidence to inform clinical and commercial decisions.
• Contribute to publications, congresses, and scientific meetings in the assigned therapeutic areas.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across GCC and EMEA, including commercial, market access, and clinical development.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and ethical requirements in all medical activities.
• Manage complex people dynamics with tact, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Physician
• 5–10 years experience in senior leadership roles within Medical Affairs or clinical functions in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Regional experience in GCC, with a strong understanding of the Saudi market.
• Proven track record in people management, leading competent but diverse teams.
• Deep therapeutic expertise in endocrinology, nephrology, hematology/haem-oncology, or rare diseases.
• Existing networks with physicians in relevant therapeutic areas are preferred.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.